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February 15, 2016

3M Preserving Rock & Roll History with Window Film

Thanks to 3M’s rocking window film technology, the artifacts in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum may have a longer life! The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum opened its doors in Cleveland, Ohio 25 year ago, and its mission is to “engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll. It carries out this mission through its operation of a world-class museum that collects, preserves, exhibits and […]

February 15, 2016

Decorative Window Film—Big Applications

The use of decorative window film in offices, schools, and commercial buildings creates a dynamic focal point, while affordably updating an older space. Carolina Solar, Raleigh’s authorized 3M Window Film dealer and installer, recently had the pleasure of working with Wake Tech on a 40’ x 10’ foot glass wall in the STEM department. Pictured here, we performed an application of window film using Dusted Crystal vinyl to create this custom-lettered design. What a statement! […]

June 3, 2017

Raleigh Window Tinting Company Offers Film For Data Privacy In Office Spaces

Casper™ Cloaking Technology by Designtex is an architectural film for glass walls that obscures digital screens to outside view. It acts as a smart shield to ensure data privacy while providing the peace of mind to collaborate freely in any working environment. This is a breakthrough that will unleash space design in the networked modern world. The Casper product offering also includes a suite of graphic patterns that provide an additional layer of subtle visual […]

December 15, 2017

Super Service Award- What Our Customers Have To Say

Companies can have the best product in the world, but excellent service is what sets the successful businesses apart from the others. Carolina Solar Control of Raleigh, NC is an Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner year after year. What qualities do you look for in a service company? Technicians and installers who show up on time and take care to keep your home or business clean, teams who are courteous from start to finish, […]

December 15, 2017

DOE Invests in Energy Efficiency Including Window Films

This year, the Department of Energy (DOE) said it would invest $3 Million in five different areas to improve energy efficiency in commercial buildings. Part of this investment includes window films. According to Windowfilmmag.com: “Each project team, made up of strategically structured partners, will develop and verify the benefits and trade-offs of multi-system energy efficient technology packages (groups of technologies that improve efficiency across two building systems: envelope, lighting/electrical, plug, process, heating, ventilation, cooling, refrigeration, […]

January 15, 2019

Premiere Elite Dealer & Prestige Dealer Network: What Does That Mean To You?

Carolina Solar Control is a Premier Elite Dealer & a member of the Prestige Dealer network. What exactly does that mean to you? 3M Prestige Dealer Network, which is our most prestigious network has access to our full product offering including our top tiered products: 3M™ Window Film Prestige and Thinsulate Series. This network of dealers are committed to the highest quality and service standards. They have been professionally trained and certified to deliver superior installation backed by 3M’s […]

April 30, 2021

Happy National Window Film Day

Celebrate a Solution to Save Energy and Gain Health and Safety Benefits Top elected officials across the nation are proclaiming April 30th as National Window Film Day. The purpose is to help educate consumers and commercial building owners about a solution to save energy and gain health and safety benefits, according to the International Window Film Association (IWFA), a nonprofit group representing the many benefits of window film from leading manufacturers, distributors, and dealers. Carolina Solar Control […]

April 25, 2022

6 Benefits and Uses for Gradient Window Films

Gradient window films by Solyx and 3M Fasara give you a number of ways to customize your commercial space. Gradient window films are particularly useful for office spaces with glass walls where you want to have some privacy and separation while allowing light to flow through the space and maintain an open, airy atmosphere. Gradient window films come in all kinds of sizes and configurations and can also be cut to customize the look and […]

April 26, 2022

What Type of Privacy Window Film Should I Choose?

When you’re looking at choosing a privacy window film for your home, office or commercial space, there are four main types to choose from: Solar/Sun Control, Frosted Appearance, Privacy Mirror and Decorative window films. The one you select is determined by what your needs are for the space and the look and feel you want in your space. Here is a breakdown of the four types and the positives and negatives of each option: 1. […]

April 27, 2022

Prevent Birds from Flying Into Glass Building, Feather Friendly Technology

Did you know? As many as one billion birds die every year in North America due to collisions with windows, glass and buildings. This represents about 10% of the bird population and is the second leading cause of bird death in North America. Birds are a vital part of our ecosystem and along with bees, help pollinate many of our important food crops. As many as 2,000 species of birds help pollinate crops across the […]

April 28, 2022

Window Film for Both Safety and Sun Control

3M’s innovative Ultra Prestige Series Window Films give you the best of both worlds – sun control and safety. This unique window film was designed to give homeowners both safety from break-in attempts or natural disasters and sun protection from the sun’s damaging UV and infrared rays. The Ultra Prestige Series is made of 28 micro-layers of clear, tear-resistant window film that gives you the ultimate in security and superior sun protection. Let’s take a […]

May 28, 2022

What is Spontaneous Glass Breakage and How to Prevent it

Spontaneous glass breakage is the sudden and unexpected breaking of glass, without any apparent reason or provocation. It can happen to windows, balconies, guardrails and even glass doors and tabletops. While it may seem like a mystery, there are actually several different reasons why spontaneous glass breakage can occur. What Causes Spontaneous Glass Breakage? One common cause is what’s known as “thermal stress”. This happens when there are sudden changes in temperature, causing the glass […]